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This bill directs the Division of Medicaid to apply for necessary waivers and expend appropriated funds to provide home- and community-based services to specific groups of individuals, including those who are aged/disabled, physically disabled, or have traumatic brain or spinal cord injuries. The key provision is to eliminate any waiting period for these services, allowing individuals to more quickly access support in home or community settings. The bill specifies that the cost of providing these home- and community-based services must not exceed the cost of nursing facility services, as determined by the division. By removing waiting periods, the bill aims to help vulnerable populations receive care more quickly and potentially in more comfortable, personalized environments. The new provision will be added to Section 43-13-121 of the Mississippi Code, which outlines the powers and responsibilities of the Division of Medicaid. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving the division time to prepare and implement the necessary waivers and service provisions.

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https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2025/pdf/history/HB/HB0467.xml